1980s Koos Van Den Akker Couture 4-Piece Gold Corset and Skirt Ensemble 1930s-lame the skirt is fully lined

the skirt is fully lined in black mesh and so

it would make a fantastic alternative wedding dress

These are a retired but timeless design probably produced in the late 1980s early 1990s

Adding a traditionally feminine edge

and turned up cuffs at the end of each sleeve

1980s Koos Van Den Akker Couture 4-Piece Gold Corset and Skirt Ensemble 1930s-lame the skirt is fully lined1980s Koos Van den Akker couture four piece ensemble comprised of a skirt, corset top, a large scarf and a belt. This is a beautiful and highly detailed design from the famous Dutch designer after he moved to NYC in 1968 from The Hague, Netherlands. He was renowned for his textile work and came to the attention of the House of Dior where he was selected for a three year apprenticeship in 1963. This early exposure to Haute Couture and fabric selection